Full-Day Essaouira Tour from Marrakech with Atlantic Coast Highlights

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore the Sidi Med Ben Abdallah Museum and its historical artifacts
• 02 Stroll along Essaouira's impressive sandy beach and dunes
• 03 Experience the bustling fishing port with colourful wooden boats
• 04 Enjoy Essaouira's fabulous local seafood restaurants

Enjoy a leisurely drive to the Atlantic Coast and discover the former Portuguese stronghold of Essaouira, one of Morocco's best-kept secrets despite its growing popularity. Explore the long white sandy beach and dunes, visit the Sidi Med Ben Abdallah Museum, and soak up the atmosphere of this charming coastal city. You can also enjoy the bustling fishing port, colourful wooden boats, and the local seafood on this full-day tour from Marrakech.

Enjoy a leisurely drive to the Atlantic Coast and discover the former Portuguese stronghold of Essaouira, one of Morocco's best-kept secrets despite its growing popularity.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Marrakech, Essaouira

Languages Arabic, English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Essaouira Coastal Discovery

• Local attractions include the Sidi Med Ben Abdallah Museum, the souks, the old city gates, and the impressive sqalas - fortified sea bastions.
• Perhaps enjoy a meal in one of the fabulous seafood restaurants and a stroll along Essaouira's impressive sandy beach before you make the drive back to Marrakech.

Guide and lunch can be paid for locally.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Pick up from hotel
• Private transfer in A/C vehicle
• Exploring Atlantic coast
• English-speaking driver
• Drop-off at the end of the tour

What's Not Included

• Tips and gratuities
• Personal expenses

Know before you go

• Originally built on a rocky peninsula and overlooking the Atlantic, Essaouira is one of Morocco's must-see destinations, with a whitewashed Medina enclosed by huge pink sandstone ramparts, which are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
• With a rich Portuguese and Andalusian heritage, Essaouira holds great appeal. From a long white sandy beach and dunes to a bustling fishing port with excellent seafood and colourful wooden fishing boats, Essaouira has always been a favourite retreat of hippies, sailors, artists, and musicians.
• Phoenicians & Portuguese - Founded by the Phoenicians in the 7th century BC, the Portuguese arrived in the 15th century and established the first fortifications and a trading post. The town of Essaouira itself wasn't built until the latter half of the 1700s, sanctioned by an Alouite sultan, Mohammed II. It was actually a renowned French architect who designed and built the town.
• Optional camel rides are available.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Marrakech, Morocco

Tour start

161 Avenue Mohamed Zafzaf, Essaouira 44000, Morocco

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.